Name: Easy Chicken Tortellini Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil (15 ml); ½ medium onion, chopped (75 g); 3 celery stalks, finely chopped (120 g); 3 large carrots, peeled and chopped or sliced (225 g); 2 garlic cloves, minced; ½ tsp Italian seasoning (1 g); 8 cups chicken broth (1.9 liters); 2 cups shredded cooked or rotisserie chicken (300 g); 2 packages (9 oz / 255 g each) refrigerated cheese tortellini; Salt and pepper to taste; Chopped parsley for garnish

Jump to Recipe

When you’re craving something warm, hearty, and healing—but your schedule laughs at the idea of a slow-cooked meal—this Easy Chicken Tortellini Soup comes to the rescue. It’s a fast, flavor-packed soup made with tender veggies, savory broth, cheese tortellini, and the magic of shredded rotisserie chicken. It’s your new go-to for weeknights, sick days, or any moment that calls for a quick chicken soup that soothes from the inside out.

Why You’ll Love This Easy Chicken Tortellini Soup

This recipe checks all the boxes: simple, satisfying, and incredibly versatile. You can use any leftover chicken or grab a store-bought rotisserie bird for an effortless tortellini dinner recipe. It delivers that made-from-scratch taste with minimal fuss. Plus, those cheesy tortellini pillows? Total game-changers. One bowl and you’re hooked.

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil (15 ml)
½ medium onion, chopped (75 g)
3 celery stalks, finely chopped (120 g)
3 large carrots, peeled and chopped or sliced (225 g)
2 garlic cloves, minced
½ tsp Italian seasoning (1 g)
8 cups chicken broth (1.9 liters)
2 cups shredded cooked or rotisserie chicken (300 g)
2 packages (9 oz / 255 g each) refrigerated cheese tortellini
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped parsley for garnish

How to Make It

In a large soup pot, heat olive oil over medium-high. Add onion and sauté for 5–7 minutes until softened and just beginning to brown.
Stir in celery, carrots, garlic, and Italian seasoning. Cook for another 2–3 minutes.
Pour in the chicken broth. Increase heat and bring to a boil, then reduce to a rapid simmer for 10 minutes or until veggies are tender.
Add shredded chicken and tortellini. Raise heat slightly and cook 4–5 minutes until tortellini is just tender. If the soup starts to boil too hard, reduce the heat.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Tips for Soup Success

Use refrigerated tortellini for best texture and fastest cooking.
Rotisserie chicken saves time, but you can also use leftover baked or poached chicken.
Add a handful of spinach at the end for a burst of color and nutrients.
Freeze the soup base (without tortellini) and add fresh tortellini when reheating for best results.

A Cozy Classic with a Shortcut Twist

I discovered this soup on a chilly Monday evening when my fridge offered little more than some rotisserie chicken, half a bag of tortellini, and a few veggies. With a little improvising, dinner was on the table in under 30 minutes—and every bite felt like a warm hug. It’s now part of my regular rotation and a true lifesaver on busy nights.

What to Serve With Chicken Tortellini Soup

A crusty slice of sourdough or garlic bread
A crisp Caesar or garden salad
Roasted Brussels sprouts or green beans
A sprinkle of Parmesan on top for extra comfort

How to Store Leftovers

Cool completely and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Tortellini can get a bit soft, so if you’re prepping ahead, consider cooking them separately and adding fresh to each bowl when reheating. To reheat, warm gently on the stove over medium heat, adding a splash of broth if needed.

FAQs

Can I use frozen tortellini?

Yes! Just increase the cook time by a few minutes.

Can I freeze this soup?

Freeze the soup base without the tortellini for best texture. Add fresh tortellini when reheating.

Can I add greens or other veggies?

Absolutely! Spinach, kale, or zucchini all work beautifully.

Weeknight Hero in a Bowl

This Easy Chicken Tortellini Soup is a tortellini dinner recipe that delivers comfort in record time. It’s hearty, healthy-ish, and endlessly adaptable. Whether you’re feeding your family or just yourself, this rotisserie chicken soup will have you ladling seconds before you know it.

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